Business Organizing Tips

Office Temperatures Affect Productivity

10, Jun 2019

Although I run warm most of the time, I know many who have worn their fair share of sweaters in cold offices, so I was interested when this study showed women’s productivity increases when office temperatures are about 3ºC warmer than the typical setting of 21ºC. The temperature of the… Read more

Vacation Planning Advice for Entrepreneurs

13, May 2019

We’ve talked before about why vacations boost productivity, but many entrepreneurs still struggle with taking time off. The only way to find time for a holiday is to plan for it. Read on for some vacation planning advice to help you get away so you can relax and recover. Define… Read more

How to Prevent a Data Loss Disaster

18, Mar 2019

Recently, a business executive passed away leaving no instructions on how to access his computer. A friend of a friend had her laptop stolen when she was travelling home from a business trip. Cybercriminals hack into the systems of a local warehouse forcing them to shut down for a week…. Read more

The Benefits of Using a Password Manager

18, Feb 2019

We have passwords for everything: our email, social media, and financial accounts, just to name a few. Additionally, we have PINs and secret authorization questions. Experts often provide password tips, but we must remember and record the information. It is a challenge. To combat this security fatigue, we suggest using… Read more

Maximizing Productivity Using Time Blocking

24, Dec 2018

Time blocking is an effective way to schedule tasks and help you manage your time to be more productive. When we maximize physical space, we put similar items in boxes and stack them in a closet. We can easily rearrange the boxes within the closet to better access the contents…. Read more

Productivity Pointers from Productive People – Jacki Hollywood Edition

26, Nov 2018

Do you ever wonder how some business leaders are so productive? They are incredibly busy yet accomplish what they want in less time than many others. As a Professional Organizer, I’m lucky to meet many inspiring individuals who fall into this illustrious category. In this Productivity Pointers from Productive People… Read more

3 Reasons a Huddle Room is Good for Business

24, Sep 2018

Does your office have a huddle room? Many organizations destined for success create special places for employees to collaborate. These spaces go by many descriptors – huddle rooms, collaborative office spaces, think tanks, brainstorm rooms and so on – and can be fantastic for office productivity. Here are a few… Read more

How to Be Productive in an Open-Concept Office

27, Aug 2018

The office world has changed a lot over the decades. Many once-divided, walled corporate offices have become open-concept collaborative spaces where you can often hear your neighbour drinking their morning coffee. Are people more or less productive in open-concept office spaces? It depends on the individual. But if you are… Read more

Our Mental Health and the Workplace

06, Aug 2018

Although we focus a lot on the importance of productivity and time management at work, we can’t forget self-care. I was surprised to recently learn that 500,000 Canadians miss work every week due to mental health issues. Anxiety and depression top the list of the most common mental health conditions… Read more

3 Ways Vacations Boost Your Productivity

25, Jun 2018

Vacations boost your productivity, so I’m always a bit surprised when I work with business owners or employees who hesitate about taking holidays. Often, business owners feel they can’t spare the time or afford the cost, or they fear the amount of work they’ll face when they return. But taking… Read more